Sweffling, Suffolk Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Sweffling, Suffolk.
Suffolk · England · settlement
Planning applications in Sweffling are administered by Babergh District Council. View the full Babergh District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Sweffling
Sweffling is a quaint village and civil parish located in the East Suffolk district of Suffolk, England, with a small population of 187 as of the 2011 census. It is situated near the town of Saxmundham and the village of Rendham, making it a peaceful location for potential development. From 1974 until 2019, Sweffling was part of the Suffolk Coastal district, which may be relevant for planning applications and local governance considerations.
Population: 187
District: Swefling
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £403,016 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: East Suffolk
- Parliamentary constituency: Suffolk Coastal
- LSOA: East Suffolk 018E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Sweffling.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Sweffling.
- Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
- Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
- Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
- Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
- Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
- Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
- Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
- Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)
Planning Activity Summary
Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Sweffling based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
46 planning applications found near Sweffling.
- - The Old Rectory Rectory Road Sweffling Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 2BG
Minor internal alterations to the ground floor of the north range, construction of a small extension within the existing service courtyard and formation of a new opening in the service courtyard wall
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-01-08
View full details - - The Old Rectory Rectory Road Sweffling Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 2BG
Listed Building Consent - Minor internal alterations to the ground floor of the north range, construction of a small extension within the existing service courtyard and formation of a new opening in t
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-01-08
View full details - - Church Cottage The Street Sweffling Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 2BL
Demolition and replacement of an existing garage, the expansion of the driveway and replacement of lead flashings around the chimney stack, and mineral felt to a flat-roofed section of the building.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2024-05-13
View full details - - Poplar Farm Holdens Lane Sweffling Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 2BW
Changes to the facade including insulation with render and brick slips, extension of main roof to form new gable, raising of part of lean-to roof to form en-suite under, changes to fenestration and ad
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2024-03-06
View full details - - Box Tree Cottage The Street Sweffling Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 2BL
Non-material Amendment of DC/22/0026/FUL - Two storey side extension - single storey rear extension, cartlodge andreplacement driveway, internal alterations - Modify width of garage door - from 2 no s
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2023-09-04
View full details - - The Spinney The Street Sweffling Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 2BL
A replacement porch, the provision of solar panels, and the conversion of an existing garage into habitable space.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2023-03-13
View full details - - Poplar Farm Barn Holdens Lane Sweffling Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 2BW
Alterations and dormer window
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2022-12-19
View full details - - The Old Rectory Rectory Road Sweffling Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 2BG
Ground Floor Internal Alterations & Replacement Windows & Doors to Rear Courtyard
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2022-12-14
View full details - - The Old Rectory Rectory Road Sweffling Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 2BG
Listed Building Consent - Ground Floor Internal Alterations & Replacement Windows & Doors to Rear Courtyard
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2022-12-14
View full details - - Oak Barn Holdens Lane Sweffling Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 2BW
Single storey extension with roof terrace to house new bedroom utility and study and internal alterations.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2022-08-22
View full details - - Box Tree Cottage The Street Sweffling Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 2BL
Two storey side extension - single storey rear extension, cartlodge and replacement driveway, internal alterations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2022-01-05
View full details - - Lodge Bungalow Rectory Road Sweffling Suffolk IP17 2BG
Rebuilding existing conservatory to create living room extension and extend 1.3 metre beyond extg conservatory footprint
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2021-03-10
View full details - - Lodge Bungalow Rectory Road Sweffling Suffolk IP17 2BG
Non Material Amendment of DC/20/5283/FUL - Single storey side extension - 1 - The extension has reduced in size (The footprint is now the same as the existing conservatory, apart from a small bay wind
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2021-02-23
View full details - - Lodge Bungalow Rectory Road Sweffling Suffolk IP17 2BG
Single storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2020-12-30
View full details - - York House Glemham Road Sweffling Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 2BQ
Single Storey rear and side extension to provide kitchen and porch ,and two storey rear bay window extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2019-04-25
View full details - - 9 Blyth Villas Holdens Lane Sweffling Suffolk IP17 2BW
Single storey rear conservatory extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2017-10-17
View full details - - 2 Holdens Meadow Sweffling Suffolk IP17 2BY
Removal of entrance canopy and construction of porch extension to front of dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2017-09-18
View full details - - York House Glemham Road Sweffling Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 2BQ
Proposed two storey rear and side extension to York House providing enlarged kitchen & dining accomodation, additional bedroom and single storey boot room / entrance porch.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2017-06-15
View full details - DC/17/1502/TEL - Poplar Farm Holdens Lane Sweffling IP17 2BW
Erection of a 25m mast to support 3no. telecommunications antennae for use by Telefonica and Vodafone, which together with the installation of 2no. dishes and 2no. ground based equipment cabinets will
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2017-04-06
View full details - - 2 Jubilee Close Sweffling Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 2DS
Oak to rear of property, 3 lower branches over garden, prune back to main stem, upper crown over garden, prune back by 1.5m., 3 stems to be pruned back to branch collar.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2017-01-12
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A brief summary of Sweffling in Suffolk
Sweffling is a quaint village and civil parish located in the East Suffolk district of Suffolk, England, with a small population of 187 as of the 2011 census. It is situated near the town of Saxmundham and the village of Rendham, making it a peaceful location for potential development. From 1974 until 2019, Sweffling was part of the Suffolk Coastal district, which may be relevant for planning applications and local governance considerations. The settlement has a population of approximately 187. It sits within the Swefling district.
Property prices in Sweffling show an average sale price of £403,016, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Sweffling a particularly low-crime area.
Sweffling has one conservation area within its boundaries: Great Glemham. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Sweffling includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sweffling planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.
Planning Activity in Sweffling
In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Sweffling. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 131 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Sweffling may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
With an average of 131 days, decisions near Sweffling take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.
The most common application types near Sweffling were outline applications (5), full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (2).
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.